[jd_perspective]

So I'm so torn... I don't want to spend a lot of money on this car since it's a lease but the brake dust is killing me! I just washed the car and within a couple days the rims are black with brake dust.

Any coatings or anything that you guys use the help? I heard opticoat helps - but can't find anyone other than a "salesman" with experience.

Other options would be re-finishing the rims black or new brakes... These are kinda expensive options...

Thoughts? Advice? What do you guys do?

[ipilcher]

Depending on your model and brake option, low-dust pads such as Porterfield R4-S may be a relatively reasonably priced option.

[jd_perspective]

2015 428i gran coupe m-sport, but not the m-sport brakes...

[Daas]

You can apply the same paint sealant to the wheels that you would normally apply to the exterior paint. It helps, but it's not magical.

[DrivenByE30]

stop braking so much ...


... ok, i will see myself out >>>> []

[norb335i]

Armour All Wheel Protectant will keep it clean for about a month after you applied. Assuming it does not rain in the meanwhile. :-/

[rezok]

I've had ceramic compound pads on my E89 Z4 TT and they were dust free and performed well. Not necessarily expensive either.

A local Australian brand. Bremtec. Was very happy.

[johnsjmc]

Check the turner motorsports website. Identify your brakes and read their pad recommendations .Then change to the centric or even stoptech pads Either one is a good low dust street pad,and less cost than oem BMW pads

[G30 B58]

What to do about brake dust?

Embrace it. I think it's a great color for wheels.

[norb335i]

Originally Posted by F32 N55

Embrace it. I think it's a great color for wheels.

Or paint your rims matte black and you won't see the brake dust much after that.

[andrew 330i]

~ I change all of my cars brake pads (the first week I get the car) to a ceramic pad to eliminate the daily cleaning of the wheels.